Alchemyland
- August 2, 2017
- azimuth team
Get on Steam"Alchemyland is a single-player Role Playing game set in a magical world of gnomes, elves, and orcs. Players hunt, gather resources, and mine for elements in a memory game to level up in five professions and unlock potion recipes. With future updates, players can expect crafting, quests, storyline, and Russian language support, along with steam achievements and trading cards."
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Reviews
- The game can provide a brief escape and a sense of joy, even if played for a short time.
- It is easy to achieve in-game accomplishments, making it suitable for achievement hunters.
- The game is accessible for one-handed play, which can be beneficial for those recovering from injuries.
- The game is poorly written and lacks meaningful gameplay, essentially functioning as a low-quality e-book.
- It features broken mechanics and a lack of content, making it feel unfinished and unpolished.
- The developer has a questionable reputation, with accusations of scamming and unethical practices surrounding the game's release.
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that grinding in these games is often tedious and frustrating, likening the experience to laboriously clicking through visual novels or e-books instead of enjoying a seamless reading experience. Many players view the grinding as primarily a means to farm trading cards, with some achievements requiring excessive effort that detracts from overall enjoyment.
“Oh yes, got it for 0.10€ and grinding for cards, that's the only reason anyone would 'play' this.”
“5/7 achievements are related to leveling, but it either requires an insane amount of grinding or just isn't implemented.”
“Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- music6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it relaxing while others describe it as obnoxious. Additionally, there are concerns about the music's functionality and its impact on gameplay, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music is obnoxious.”
“It would be nice if the left clicker didn't pop up the menu (maybe another key would be better), but other than this and the broken music, it's pretty beatable with a mouse.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 83 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this visual/interactive novel is criticized for lacking depth, primarily consisting of poorly written dialogue that detracts from the experience. Reviewers note that only half of the intended game mechanics are currently implemented, raising concerns about the overall quality and future improvements.
“As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
“They say that currently half of the game mechanics are implemented, but if that is really already half, it won't get any better.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users praising the visual quality and artistic design. Many highlight the attention to detail and vibrant colors, contributing to an immersive gaming experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature that enhances gameplay.
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy for the e-book on Steam has been criticized due to the presence of suspicious reviews, which appear to be generated by accounts that consistently promote cash grabs and scams. These reviews, often in broken English or Russian, suggest a coordinated effort to mislead potential buyers shortly after the e-book's launch.
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend more money on in-game items that should be accessible through regular gameplay.”
“It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than providing a quality gaming experience, as the game is riddled with paywalls.”
“The game is designed to push players towards microtransactions, making it frustrating for those who want to enjoy the game without spending extra cash.”
